Chronic Diseases

Lichen Planopilaris: How to Identify and Manage It Early

Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is a rare, chronic inflammatory condition that primarily affects the scalp, leading to progressive scarring alopecia. It is considered a follicular...

Hepatic Fibrosis: Causes, Stages, and Early Detection

Hepatic fibrosis is a chronic liver condition. It occurs when your healthy liver tissue is gradually replaced by scar tissue as a result of...

Silicosis: Understanding the Hidden Occupational Hazard

Silicosis is a fibrotic lung disease caused by the inhalation of fine crystalline silica (silicon dioxide) particles. It primarily develops after significant occupational exposure...

Chronic Granulomatous Disease: Exploring the Rare Immune Disorder

Chronic granulomatous disease (CGD) is a rare genetic condition where white blood cells, known as phagocytes, cannot effectively destroy certain bacteria and fungi. This...